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Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh will face off against the Houston Texans in Week 2 in the NFL’s 2020 season, and the Super Bowl champion coach noted a unique challenge that Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson brings to the matchup: “He actually holds the ball longer than anybody in the league,” Harbaugh said in a […]

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is facing a lawsuit from a photographer over images posted to Watson’s Instagram account, according to the Houston Chronicle. Aaron M. Sprecher, a freelance photographer who earns royalties from licensing images to news services like the Associated Press, is alleging that Watson published three of Sprecher’s photographs, taken in 2017, […]

The Houston Texans found some rhythm in the second half, but it was too-little, too-late for Bill O’Brien’s team, who lost 34-20 to the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday. The lack of a typical preseason program seemed to affect Houston, which made a slew of significant roster moves since last season. Still, O’Brien was not […]

This wholesome exchange between Patrick Mahomes and Deshaun Watson is a moment we all needed. The Kansas City Chiefs started their championship defense on Thursday as they opened their 2020 season against the Houston Texans. The defending champions snagged a resounding 34-20 opening-night win as the reigning Super Bowl MVP was in his bag with […]

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson became the latest signal-caller to get his lucrative payday after signing a four-year, $156 million extension. The market set by Watson and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has only raised further speculation regarding Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson’s looming deal. There is no question that Jackson is set to […]

The Houston Texans were able to secure quarterback Deshaun Watson for the long haul with a four-year contract extension that includes $111 million in guarantees. It appears the lucrative payday is not the only perk included in his contract. According to Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle, Watson also has a no-trade in his new […]

Deshaun Watson became the latest quarterback to sign a massive extension and the Houston Texans surprised him with some of the prominent figures in his life during his press conference. After listening to everyone close to him speak on his success, an ’emotional’ Watson shared what he’s gone through to get to this point. “I […]

The bar keeps on getting higher following the lucrative contract of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and Super Bowl LIV MVP Patrick Mahomes. Houston Texans gunslinger Deshaun Watson was next in line to get his massive paycheck from the team. The 24-year old player looked back on his journey and bared his plans with the Texans […]

When Patrick Mahomes signed his historic extension with the Kansas City Chiefs, the attention turned toward Deshaun Watson of the Houston Texans. And it indeed appears that he’s the next quarterback to get handsomely paid. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Watson has signed a massive four-year extension with Houston. Deshaun Watson is signing a 4-year, […]

Deshaun Watson is known as the franchise quarterback of the Houston Texans, but just like everyone else, he’s endured a lot in his life. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic that’s caused people to lose their homes, Watson reflected on his life-changing moment with ex-NFL running back Warrick Dunn, who played a huge role growing up. He's […]

The Houston Texans franchise recently stirred visceral reactions from the public when the front office dealt All-Pro wideout DeAndre Hopkins to the Arizona Cardinals during the offseason. The trade included a 2020 fourth-round pick in exchange for veteran running back David Johnson, a 2020 second-round pick, and a 2021 fourth-round pick. Despite being deemed as […]

Patrick Mahomes inked a historic extension with the Kansas City Chiefs this offseason and Houston Rockets star Deshaun Watson could be the next quarterback to sign a new contract. According to the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Watson could receive a new deal with the Texans soon. The #Texans are working hard with QB Deshaun Watson […]

Deshaun Watson and the Houston Texans still think about the team’s heartbreaking loss in last year’s AFC Divisional Round game versus the Kansas City Chiefs. Nearly eight months since the game took place, Watson spoke out on Houston’s ’24-0′ playoff loss to the Chiefs ahead of their Week 1 rematch against them. “It’s always in […]

After securing the services of Houston Texans linebacker Zach Cunningham again for the next four years, Bill O’Brien is hoping quarterback Deshaun Watson is next in line to get his piece of the pie. The former Clemson Tiger is about to enter the final year of his rookie contract signed back in 2017. With over […]

Some of the NFL world was surprised to see the Baltimore Ravens part ways with Earl Thomas, including some of the players in the league. Following the release of Thomas, Deshaun Watson of the Houston Texans exclaimed on Twitter that he ‘can’t wait to see’ where Thomas lands. Surprised the Ravens released my guy @Earl_Thomas […]

Deshaun Watson isn’t going to have DeAndre Hopkins as his No. 1 wideout for the first time his career. But his aspirations for the Houston Texans are higher than ever. As Watson prepares for his fourth year in the NFL, he’s fixated on creating a dynasty in Houston. “Now that’s my priority,” Watson said of […]

A number of NFL personnel appeared in a public service announcement on Twitter on Thursday morning. Houston Texans stars Laremy Tunsil and Deshaun Watson appeared in the PSA, as did the Griffin brothers of the Seattle Seahawks. New Orleans Saints star defensive end Cam Jordan and Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll also made cameos. On […]

Deshaun Watson may be riding along with a new-look Houston Texans team in 2020, but the circumstances don’t change his commitment to the organization. The former Clemson Tiger insists that he is focused on his Super Bowl goal and is in it for the long run. The Houston Press shared some excerpts from a recent […]

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is the latest signal caller in the long line of those waiting to nab a long-term extension for their services. As the start of the 2020 season looms, Watson reiterated that he wasn’t focused on that end of the game; he was leaving that to his representatives, noting that “timing […]

The DeAndre Hopkins trade to the Arizona Cardinals abruptly shocked the entire NFL landscape, including Houston Texans gunslinger Deshaun Watson. The former Clemson Tiger bared how he found out about the news and his reaction to it. Houston Chronicle reporter Aaron Wilson disclosed Watson’s take regarding the matter on Twitter: Deshaun Watson said he found […]

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has had the luxury of knowing he had an All-Pro receiver lining up wide each year he was under center, until this fall. The Texans pulled one of the shockers of the offseason when they dealt DeAndre Hopkins to the Arizona Cardinals in March. Watson said Saturday morning things are […]

Deshaun Watson has only been in the NFL for three years, but he is already viewed as one of the best quarterbacks in the league. The Houston Texans star is coming off of back-to-back Pro Bowl appearances and has also led his team to consecutive AFC South division titles, so Watson has already accomplished a […]

An elite teammate of Deshaun Watson on the Houston Texans, J.J. Watt, shared the unknowns that still exist for NFL players ahead of the 2020 season. While the league expects the Texans and the Kansas City Chiefs to begin training camps on Monday, Watson warned the NFL about not listening to health experts. It is […]

The Madden NFL 21 ratings are out and Deshaun Watson of the Houston Texans isn’t happy with his. EA Sports just recently revealed the player ratings for the upcoming video game set to be released by the next month. The Texans star quarterback ranked as the eight overall QB with a rather sub-par player rating […]

The NFL is prohibiting the post-game ritual of jersey swapping for the upcoming 2020 season as a precautionary safety measure amid coronavirus concerns, and Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is not in favor of the new policy. On Thursday, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that “teams will be forbidden from postgame interactions within 6 feet […]

New England Patriots receiver Mohamed Sanu raised an important question on twitter: to huddle or not to huddle? The NFL’s newest safety regulation opts to ban players from making jersey swaps. A handful of NFL players expressed their dismay at the league’s decision. While these other players shared their frustrations on the matter directly, Pats […]

It may be 107 degrees in Arizona, but that isn’t stopping Houston Texans superstar Deshaun Watson from getting work in with his new teammate. In the sweltering heat of Phoenix on Monday, Watson was throwing to new Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks. The footage was captured by Watson’s personal quarterbacks coach, Quincy Avery. Work don't […]

As professional athletes in all sports, such as Carmelo Anthony, continue to use their platform to address racial injustice, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson penned a book on his own life experiences, titled “Pass It On: Work Hard, Serve Others, Repeat.” The book is set to be released on September 8. Watson recently made an […]

In 1997, the Houston Oilers packed up and moved their NFL franchise to Tennessee. This left a gaping hole in Texas and, especially, Houston football. Enter Bob McNair and his Texans. In 2002, the Houston Texans made their NFL debut and ended what was a five-year wait for pro football to return to the city. […]

Unequivocally seen as the best player in the NFL currently, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is going to be a member of the Chiefs for a long, long time – 12 more years to be exact. His 10-year, $477 million deal (that can be accelerated all the way up to $503 million) is an […]

Houston Texans star quarterback Deshaun Watson is waiting for his payday following the earth-shattering news of Kansas City Chiefs star gunslinger (and friend) Patrick Mahomes agreeing to a $500 million contract extension over 10 years on Monday. After ESPN’s Adam Schefter shared news about the contract details in Mahomes’ new deal, Texans linebacker Dylan Cole […]

Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes signed a massive contract extension with the reigning Super Bowl champs on Monday, sticking around Arrowhead Stadium for at least the next 10 years. In response to the headline-grabbing news, Houston Texans star defensive end JJ Watt hyped his teammate, signal-caller Deshaun Watson, as the next QB getting […]

Free agent wide receiver Antonio Brown to the Houston Texans? That’s what the man formerly known as Chad Ochocinco wants to happen. And apparently, Deshaun Watson wouldn’t be mad about it either. Chad Johnson tweeted out the idea and clearly wishes it to happen. It seemed innocent enough coming from a former player. AB to […]

The Houston Texans originated back in 2002 and it was pretty tough sledding for the AFC South franchise at first. Now a perennial playoff team with several division titles to its name, the Texans weren’t always an AFC powerhouse and contenders in the AFC South year in and year out. Taking almost a decade to […]

New details are emerging about the long-term contract extension Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is considering signing, most notably: that the deal may not be that “long-term” after all. According to Mike Florio of NBC Sports, Watson is seeking a three-year extension of his rookie deal, which expires after the 2021 season. The 24-year old […]

The Houston Texans have made quite a few moves this offseason, and one of those moves was bringing in veteran wide receiver Randall Cobb. While Cobb (and fellow new addition Brandin Cooks) are both great targets, neither live up to the legend that is DeAndre Hopkins. So when Hopkins was traded away to the Arizona […]

Deshaun Watson isn’t just a star quarterback for the Houston Texans. Now, he’s also about to be published author. According to Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle, Watson has authored a book called “Pass It On.” In the book, the Texans star “illustrates how the seven qualities of a servant leader can lead to a […]

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson will no longer be throwing to DeAndre Hopkins, but he has been working out with Brandin Cooks, the guy likely to replace Hopkins as his top target. John McClain of the Houston Chronicle reported Cooks is one of the receivers frequenting Watson’s throwing sessions: The Texans are ending their virtual offseason program […]

The Houston Texans are wrapping up their virtual offseason program, but that doesn’t mean the work is done for Deshaun Watson and the other receivers. According to John McClain of the Houston Chronicle, Watson will continue to have regular throwing sessions with the wideouts and tight ends on the squad. Watson has been working out […]